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Lead Mission Scripter
Company: Turtle Rock Studios
Location: North Suburbs
Posted Sep 17, 2023
You will be working closely with our entire game team to create lasting memories.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for maintaining mission script quality, while respecting technical limitations and performance targets. Provide mentorship and coaching for team members including but not limited to: 1:1s, career development, performance evaluations, goal setting, and hiring.Work closely with the Design Director and gameplay, level, and mission designers to craft fun scenarios, events, and missions ensuring gratifying player experiences. Guide the development of efficient tools and best practices for mission scripting and the gameplay experience. Conceptualize, develop, polish, and maintain exciting and engaging gameplay content. Own technical implementation of mission systems for gameplay and levelsShare constructive feedback and lead continuous open discussions regarding gameplayPlaytest with both the studio and the design team to review and develop missions Requirements7+ years of experience in game development with one or more AAA titles shipped on multiple platforms2+ years experience in a Lead roleA strong portfolio demonstrating experience with heavily scripted missions and/or dynamic objectivesLove of games: specifically FPS, Co-op, and Multiplayer gamesExperience working with game engine (we use Unreal Engine with Blueprint, but Unity or proprietary engines welcome) with a strong understanding of implementation and integration into the pipeline. People manager with a desire to mentor team and foster growthGreat knowledge of mission/level design process from conception to completion, with a strong sense of pacing and testingAbility to thrive in a highly collaborative and iterative team-oriented environmentPreferencesExperience with Unreal Engine and BlueprintSome knowledge of C++Demonstrated experience working on cooperative FPSFamiliarity with development tools such as Perforce, JIRA, and ConfluenceBenefitsSome of the benefits and perks our employees get to enjoy, include:100% Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage for you and your family401k MatchingProfit Sharing PlanStudent Loan Repayment Plan / College Savings PlanCareer Improvement PlanFlexible Work Arrangements - In-House, Hybrid, and RemoteGenerous Time Off PolicyCompany Events - In-Person Summer Family Bash + Halloween Party + Virtual EventsFully Stocked Kitchen + Sponsored Food TrucksThe estimated base pay range for this role is: $140,000 —$195,000 USD While we are based in Orange County, CA, we support flexible work arrangements ranging from in-studio, hybrid, to fully remote throughout North America. Through close collaboration with our creative team, you will be crafting fun and memorable gameplay experiences with Turtle Rock Studios, best know for Left 4 Dead and Back 4 Blood! Join our award-winning game development team and help create our next AAA title.Do you enjoy coming up with creative, fun ideas and situations for gameplay? At Turtle Rock, we make the games we want to play. We're dedicated to providing a collaborative environment where our team members feel empowered with the creative freedom to contribute and grow.
Environment Artist
Company: Velan Studios
Location: Columbus, OH
Posted Sep 19, 2023
Self-direction, passion, and creativity in your work. In addition to your salary, our comprehensive compensation package includes various perks, such as potential annual bonuses (though they are not guaranteed), health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and flexible time-off benefits. Additional Qualifications Experience or skill in one or more additional disciplines (character, vfx, level design, etc.). Please note that the actual base pay may vary based on factors such as your qualifications, skills, experience, and other relevant considerations. Ability to create from your own ideas, not just from pre-existing concept art. Strong communication and organizational skills. Be proactive in problem-solving, cross-discipline brainstorming, and have the ability to represent the Environment Art team in appropriate meetings throughout project production cycles. Collaborate with the Art Director, Game Designers, and Programmers to ensure art assets are high-quality, support the artistic direction of our projects, and are fully optimized for target platforms. Expert in both Substance Designer and Painter. Strong understanding of physically-based rendering and NPR shader techniques.
Senior Mission Designer
Company: Velan Studios
Location: Columbus, OH
Posted Sep 17, 2023
Proactive in problem-solving, cross-discipline brainstorming, and representing the Design team in appropriate meetings throughout project production cycles 4+ years of experience in a leadership position Velan Studios comprises a team of remote, hybrid, and onsite professionals, with hybrid and onsite team members operating from our Troy, NY office. Utilizing existing mechanics and gameplay events as a basis for the missions, you will use your creativity to help choose and implement compelling, imaginative and challenging play scenarios Pitch, design and implement repeatable content and game features, utilizing our mission tools Write, edit and evaluate design documents Collaborate with other departments to make sure that the missions your team produces are complete and follow best practices of script and asset implementation Adhere to narrative and gameplay guidelines and deliver on the intended gameplay experience, always putting the player first Run regular play sessions with the team and external users, facilitate discussion, and document results Integrate feedback from leads, user tests, and QA reviews into your work and the work of your team Requirements 7+ years as a Game or Mission Designer with experience mentoring other designers Worked on or shipped multiple AAA game title using Unreal technology An excellent understanding of visual scripting, with a portfolio of work Experience creating open-world, story-based game content, especially missions or quests Deep understanding of game design principles and what makes missions fun, fair and memorable Excellent written, oral communication and leadership skills Proficiency creating 3D geometry in a level building tool or 3D editor, such as Unreal or Maya Strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to work productively and efficiently toward deadlines Self-direction, passion, collaboration, and creativity in your work and the ability to multiply the effectiveness in others Technical understanding of design pipelines and scripting Additional Qualifications Programming or scripting experience Other areas of design expertise (systems, combat, etc.) Responsibilities Work closely with the Game Director to mentor and maintain quality of Mission Design throughout the project, taking oversight responsibility for implementing multiple locations, story-lines and character arcs Supervising other designers, take responsibility for concepting and implementing high quality story-based missions into an open-world narrative framework. We're committed to pushing the boundaries of traditional gaming, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy, and revolutionizing the industry one game at a time. to contribute on different teams and projects. We are the creative minds behind titles like Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit, Knockout City, and Hot Wheels Rift Rally, and our journey continues! Our studio's mission is to pioneer groundbreaking gaming experiences and reimagine play in new ways. At Velan Studios, we foster a culture of curiosity. Our games embrace diversity and are fueled by the adventurous spirit of our team.
Mission Designer
Company: Velan Studios
Location: Columbus, OH
Posted Sep 17, 2023
In addition to your salary, our comprehensive compensation package includes various perks, such as potential annual bonuses (though they are not guaranteed), health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and flexible time-off benefits. Please note that the actual base pay may vary based on factors such as your qualifications, skills, experience, and other relevant considerations. Velan Studios comprises a team of remote, hybrid, and onsite professionals, with hybrid and onsite team members operating from our Troy, NY office. Utilizing existing mechanics and gameplay events as a basis for the missions, you will use your creativity to help choose and implement compelling, imaginative and challenging play scenarios Pitch, design and implement repeatable content and game features, utilizing our mission tools Write, edit and evaluate design documents Collaborate with other departments to make sure that the missions your team produces are complete and follow best practices of script and asset implementation Adhere to narrative and gameplay guidelines and deliver on the intended gameplay experience, always putting the player first Run regular play sessions with the team and external users, facilitate discussion, and document results Integrate feedback from leads, user tests, and QA reviews into your work and the work of your team Requirements 7+ years as a Game or Mission Designer with experience mentoring other designers Worked on or shipped multiple AAA game title using Unreal technology An excellent understanding of visual scripting, with a portfolio of work Experience creating open-world, story-based game content, especially missions or quests Deep understanding of game design principles and what makes missions fun, fair and memorable Excellent written, oral communication and leadership skills Proficiency creating 3D geometry in a level building tool or 3D editor, such as Unreal or Maya Strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to work productively and efficiently toward deadlines Self-direction, passion, collaboration, and creativity in your work and the ability to multiply the effectiveness in others Technical understanding of design pipelines and scripting Additional Qualifications Programming or scripting experience Other areas of design expertise (systems, combat, etc.) Proactive in problem-solving, cross-discipline brainstorming, and representing the Design team in appropriate meetings throughout project production cycles 4+ years of experience in a leadership position The salary for this position is typically within the range specified below* per year. Responsibilities Work closely with the Game Director to mentor and maintain quality of Mission Design throughout the project, taking oversight responsibility for implementing multiple locations, story-lines and character arcs Supervising other designers, take responsibility for concepting and implementing high quality story-based missions into an open-world narrative framework. We're committed to pushing the boundaries of traditional gaming, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy, and revolutionizing the industry one game at a time. *$75,000 - $130,000 We are the creative minds behind titles like Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit, Knockout City, and Hot Wheels Rift Rally, and our journey continues! to contribute on different teams and projects.
Colour Assistant
Company: Company3/Method Studios
Location: Other US Location
Posted Sep 22, 2023
Please inform the company's HR representative if you need assistance completing any forms or to otherwise participate in the application process. Familiarity Colorfront/Transkoder/Avid beneficial.Understanding of grade 1 monitors and digital cinema projectors.About the Company:Company 3 / Method Studios provides a full range of Creative Services for content creators, including conceptual design, pre-vis, look development, ideation and rapid prototyping, 3D animation/CGI, motion graphics/designers, matte painting, compositing, dailies and production services, colour grading, post-production finishing, marketing/trailers, live-action production, experiences, and more.Diversity and Inclusion at Company 3:Creativity has diversity at its core. Friendly and approachable manner. We celebrate the value of each unique experience by being dedicated to fostering the most diverse, equitable and inclusive culture where every employee feels empowered and safe to show up to work as their full self.It is our policy is to provide equal employment opportunities to all applicants and employees. Commitment to continuous improvement with an innovative approach to work and problems.What You Bring:Experience within postproduction industry.Hands-on operator experience.Work well under pressure in a deadline driven environment.Flexible with shift hours.Experience with Davinci Resolve and/or Baselight essential. Duties include session preparation, assisting Colourists, running some sessions standalone and creation and QC of all deliverables. Main Duties:Preparing colour sessions for colourists.Timeline preparation and updates using Resolve and Baselight.Preparing theatres or rooms for colourists to include routing, monitoring, projection, playback.Set up and monitor virtual sessions.Responsible for creating all master downstream deliverables for all theatrical, home video, and streamer content across multiple platforms and formats.Run client supervised sessions, screenings, visual effects reviews and colour-correction sessions as directed by colourist and/or production.Quality Control: Maintain highest possible levels of oversight of deliverables manufactured within the feature and longform finishing process.Collaborate and communicate with fellow colleagues to ensure project deadlines are met, keeping shared documents accurate and up to date at all times.Support new processes and maintain proficiency with evolving technical applications and trends with the company workflow.Help support and train junior members of the team.Maintain best practices for content security and client confidentiality.Skills:Experience of using Resolve or Baselight.Knowledge of the various of colour spaces, LUT applications and skills for colour tracing, match grading and rendering.Knowledge of Aspect ratios and frame sizes, from origination to master delivery.Understanding of deliverables from theatrical deliverable formats to streamers and broadcasters.Understanding of audio formats and deliveries and laying back of audio to create final deliverables.Understanding of editing systems, VFX applications and data centric practices.Detail oriented problem solver, capable of working well under pressure in a deadline driven, environment. Flexible to work around client needs and delivery schedules.Strong interpersonal skills to help create a unique and relaxed environment for a creative client base. Ability to interpret and demonstrate a solid understanding of creative editorial instructions and the latest workflow trends with filmmaking. Day to day reporting into the production team to ensure that session work is completed to schedule. Position Summary: Provide assistance and operational support to Company 3 Colourists so they can perform creatively and productively during sessions. Overall reports to Operations Manager.
Mission Designer
Company: Velan Studios
Location: Columbus, OH
Posted Sep 17, 2023
In addition to your salary, our comprehensive compensation package includes various perks, such as potential annual bonuses (though they are not guaranteed), health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and flexible time-off benefits. Please note that the actual base pay may vary based on factors such as your qualifications, skills, experience, and other relevant considerations. Velan Studios comprises a team of remote, hybrid, and onsite professionals, with hybrid and onsite team members operating from our Troy, NY office. Utilizing existing mechanics and gameplay events as a basis for the missions, you will use your creativity to help choose and implement compelling, imaginative and challenging play scenarios Pitch, design and implement repeatable content and game features, utilizing our mission tools Write, edit and evaluate design documents Collaborate with other departments to make sure that the missions your team produces are complete and follow best practices of script and asset implementation Adhere to narrative and gameplay guidelines and deliver on the intended gameplay experience, always putting the player first Run regular play sessions with the team and external users, facilitate discussion, and document results Integrate feedback from leads, user tests, and QA reviews into your work and the work of your team Requirements 5+ years as a Game or Mission Designer with experience mentoring other designers Worked on or shipped multiple AAA game title using Unreal technology An excellent understanding of visual scripting, with a portfolio of work Experience creating open-world, story-based game content, especially missions or quests Deep understanding of game design principles and what makes missions fun, fair and memorable Excellent written, oral communication and leadership skills Proficiency creating 3D geometry in a level building tool or 3D editor, such as Unreal or Maya Strong organizational and communication skills and the ability to work productively and efficiently toward deadlines Self-direction, passion, collaboration, and creativity in your work and the ability to multiply the effectiveness in others Technical understanding of design pipelines and scripting Additional Qualifications Programming or scripting experience Other areas of design expertise (systems, combat, etc.) Proactive in problem-solving, cross-discipline brainstorming, and representing the Design team in appropriate meetings throughout project production cycles 4+ years of experience in a leadership position The salary for this position is typically within the range specified below* per year. Responsibilities Work closely with the Game Director to mentor and maintain quality of Mission Design throughout the project, taking oversight responsibility for implementing multiple locations, story-lines and character arcs Supervising other designers, take responsibility for concepting and implementing high quality story-based missions into an open-world narrative framework. We're committed to pushing the boundaries of traditional gaming, blurring the lines between reality and fantasy, and revolutionizing the industry one game at a time. *$75,000 - $130,000 We are the creative minds behind titles like Mario Kart Live: Home Circuit, Knockout City, and Hot Wheels Rift Rally, and our journey continues! to contribute on different teams and projects.
Character Artist
Company: Velan Studios
Location: Columbus, OH
Posted Sep 17, 2023
In addition to your salary, our comprehensive compensation package includes various perks, such as potential annual bonuses (though they are not guaranteed), health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and flexible time-off benefits. Experience with character customization pipelines Rigging, skinning, and animation experience. Self-direction, passion, and creativity in your work. Please note that the actual base pay may vary based on factors such as your qualifications, skills, experience, and other relevant considerations. Leadership and/or mentoring experience. Expertise in modeling, sculpting, topology, and texturing and material work for characters. Experience working in Unreal, Unity or other AAA Game Development Engines. Solid understanding of modern pbr material authoring techniques Advanced understanding of ZBrush, Maya, Adobe Photoshop, Substance Painter and/or other game production tools. Strong communication and organizational skills. Additional Qualifications Concept and creative ideation (2D or 3D).
Lead Animator
Company: Striking Distance Studios
Location: East Bay
Posted Sep 26, 2023
Actual amounts will vary depending on experience, performance and location.Due to recent scams, our recruiters will only reach out to you via @sds.com, @krafton.com or @pubg.com. If you received an email and are unsure you can always email [email protected]. The Lead Gameplay Animator's main responsibilities are to plan, organize, supervise and inspire the work of his/her team. Responsibilities:Create animations that blow our minds and inspire your team to do the sameWork with the Animation Director to align animation goals with Design expectationsPrototype and Previs new Gameplay SystemsDirect motion capture sessionsProblem solve typical game dev issuesDefine, prioritize, assign and regularly follow up on tasks and the advancement of the team’s work with regards to deliverables;Anticipate and recognize potential conflicts or production issues and recommend solutions;Motivate and develop the team members and act as a mentor in terms of technical/artistic aspectsQualifications:7+ years of experience in animation within the gaming industry1+ years of experience in a management roleExperience with UE4/UE5 Ability to plan, organize and prioritize the team’s work in the context of given timescales and quality requirementsStrong leadership skills, time and priority managementAbility to create and develop productive teamsStrong interpersonal and communication skillsCritical thinking and problem solvingSelf-starter with proactive attitude to improve own qualificationsKnowledge sharing attitude and ability to coach less experienced peopleIn California, the standard base pay range for this role is $145,000.00 - $190,000.00 annually. We’re looking for the best to come join us and become part of a world-class team.To us excellence is not a skill, but an attitude!What we are looking for:Striking Distance Studios is looking for a Lead Gameplay Animator to help us create the most dynamic and engaging player and enemy experiences for a brand new, unannounced UE5 title. This base pay range is for California and is not applicable to locations outside of CA. With the release of our first title, The Callisto Protocol, we are excited to continue to grow our team.Here at Striking Distance Studios it is amazing people, an immersive experience and a passion for excellence that drives us each day. We are looking for people who push themselves creatively and learn with every new challenge. Relentless to deliver creative excellence.At the intersection of art, design and technology lies Striking Distance Studios. Led by Dead Space and Call of Duty franchise veteran Glen Schofield, we are a AAA development studio within the San Ramon Hills of the San Francisco Bay Area. Inspired by challenges. We give you the setting and the opportunity to do work you are proud of. Welcome to Striking Distance Studios!Driven by people.
Lead Mission Scripter
Company: Turtle Rock Studios
Location: North Suburbs
Posted Sep 17, 2023
You will be working closely with our entire game team to create lasting memories.ResponsibilitiesResponsible for maintaining mission design quality, while respecting technical limitations and performance targets. Provide mentorship and coaching for team members including but not limited to: 1:1s, career development, performance evaluations, goal setting, and hiring.Work closely with the Design Director and gameplay, level, and mission designers to craft fun scenarios, events, and missions ensuring gratifying player experiences. Conceptualize, develop, polish, and maintain exciting and engaging gameplay content. Own creative and technical implementation of mission systems for gameplay and levelsGuide the development of efficient tools and best practices for mission scripting and the gameplay experience. Share constructive feedback and lead continuous open discussions regarding gameplayPlaytest with both the studio and the design team to review and develop missions Requirements7+ years of experience in game development with one or more AAA titles shipped on multiple platforms2+ years experience in a Lead roleLove of games: specifically FPS, Co-op, and Multiplayer gamesA strong portfolio demonstrating experience with heavily scripted missions and/or dynamic objectivesExperience working with game engine (such as Unreal Engine, Unity, or proprietary engines) with a strong understanding of implementation and integration into the pipeline. People manager with a desire to mentor team and foster growthGreat knowledge of mission/level design process from conception to completion, with a strong sense of pacing and testingAbility to thrive in a highly collaborative and iterative team-oriented environmentPreferencesExperience with Unreal Engine and BlueprintSome knowledge of C++Demonstrated experience working on cooperative FPSFamiliarity with development tools such as Perforce, JIRA, and ConfluenceBenefitsSome of the benefits and perks our employees get to enjoy, include:100% Medical, Dental, Vision Coverage for you and your family401k MatchingProfit Sharing PlanStudent Loan Repayment Plan / College Savings PlanCareer Improvement PlanFlexible Work Arrangements - In-House, Hybrid, and RemoteGenerous Time Off PolicyCompany Events - In-Person Summer Family Bash + Halloween Party + Virtual EventsFully Stocked Kitchen + Sponsored Food TrucksThe estimated base pay range for this role is: $140,000 —$195,000 USD While we are based in Orange County, CA, we support flexible work arrangements ranging from in-studio, hybrid, to fully remote throughout North America. Through close collaboration with our creative team, you will be crafting fun and memorable gameplay experiences with Turtle Rock Studios, best know for Left 4 Dead and Back 4 Blood! Join our award-winning game development team and help create our next AAA title.Do you enjoy coming up with creative, fun ideas and situations for gameplay? At Turtle Rock, we make the games we want to play. We're dedicated to providing a collaborative environment where our team members feel empowered with the creative freedom to contribute and grow.
Senior Character Artist
Company: Velan Studios
Location: Columbus, OH
Posted Sep 17, 2023
Experience with character customization pipelines Rigging, skinning, and animation experience. Self-direction, passion, and creativity in your work. Leadership and/or mentoring experience. Expertise in modeling, sculpting, topology, and texturing and material work for characters. Experience working in Unreal, Unity or other AAA Game Development Engines. Solid understanding of modern pbr material authoring techniques Advanced understanding of ZBrush, Maya, Adobe Photoshop, Substance Painter and/or other game production tools. Strong communication and organizational skills. Additional Qualifications Concept and creative ideation (2D or 3D). Requirements Experience with and examples of realistic AAA quality character art 5+ years of industry experience as a Character Artist, or other relevant experience. Ability to create high-quality characters based on existing concept art in addition to working with the animation team with the goal of creating high quality, expressive characters.
Environment Artist
Company: Velan Studios
Location: Columbus, OH
Posted Sep 19, 2023
Self-direction, passion, and creativity in your work. In addition to your salary, our comprehensive compensation package includes various perks, such as potential annual bonuses (though they are not guaranteed), health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and flexible time-off benefits. Additional Qualifications Experience or skill in one or more additional disciplines (character, vfx, level design, etc.). Please note that the actual base pay may vary based on factors such as your qualifications, skills, experience, and other relevant considerations. Ability to create from your own ideas, not just from pre-existing concept art. Strong communication and organizational skills. Be proactive in problem-solving, cross-discipline brainstorming, and have the ability to represent the Environment Art team in appropriate meetings throughout project production cycles. Collaborate with the Art Director, Game Designers, and Programmers to ensure art assets are high-quality, support the artistic direction of our projects, and are fully optimized for target platforms. Expert in both Substance Designer and Painter. Strong understanding of physically-based rendering and NPR shader techniques.
Character Artist
Company: Velan Studios
Location: Columbus, OH
Posted Sep 17, 2023
In addition to your salary, our comprehensive compensation package includes various perks, such as potential annual bonuses (though they are not guaranteed), health, dental, vision, life, and disability insurance, a retirement savings plan, paid holidays, and flexible time-off benefits. Experience with character customization pipelines Rigging, skinning, and animation experience. Self-direction, passion, and creativity in your work. Please note that the actual base pay may vary based on factors such as your qualifications, skills, experience, and other relevant considerations. Leadership and/or mentoring experience. Expertise in modeling, sculpting, topology, and texturing and material work for characters. Experience working in Unreal, Unity or other AAA Game Development Engines. Solid understanding of modern pbr material authoring techniques Advanced understanding of ZBrush, Maya, Adobe Photoshop, Substance Painter and/or other game production tools. Strong communication and organizational skills. Additional Qualifications Concept and creative ideation (2D or 3D).